I was told this watch was given to my grandpa for retirement which would have been 50s, maybe 60s? I'd like to know what I have here.

 

The information that will really help identify your watch is on the inside. So, if you really want to know, you can ask a watchmaker to open it up and take lots of photos of the movement (including the serial number) and of any numbers engraved or stamped inside the case itself. It looks like the dial has been re-painted and suffered some water damage. Water can also damage the movement, so it's probably not a good idea to use the watch without having it looked at by a watchmaker anyway.

 

Ok thanks for the suggestions... It is in working order at the moment. Winding ok and keeping time no problem. I'll post more pics

 

Popped it open pretty easily...

 

From the numbers on the movement (410) and the serial number 14xxxxxx indicating it was made in 1953. I'd love to get someone's thoughts on model name and series? Thanks!!

 

Not all Omegas had a name such as Seamaster, Geneve, Constellation etc.
In the 50's there were many 'no name' models.

 

US market watch reference BX 6550. There is no Swiss cased equivalent.

 

Thanks for the feedback! I'm going to seek the advice of a local jeweler and discuss restoration and cleaning. Any idea what I should be looking to spend? (And not spend?)... The Omega website said that they had services for watches prior to 1940 that started at $1500 which sounded a bit steep...

 

Whereabouts do you live? There may be a member who lives close by who could recommend a local watchmaker.

You can also search certified watchmakers here:

https://members.awci.com/AWCIWEB/AWCISearch/MemberSearch.aspx

 

I would nothing except have the movement serviced and the crystal polished or replaced. This should be $150-200 plus any parts which may be required. Omega prices are crazy and any proficient watchmaker can do the work.

 

That sounds so much more reasonable! I live in the Detroit area. I'll check the website and see if there are any recommendations locally. If any of you have a recommendation for SE Michigan it would be much appreciated!